Here's the 18 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Meerut APMC stood at the front of the pack for Masur Dal, clocking the day's best rate at ₹11,489 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Masur Dal.
01What Put Meerut APMC on Top Today
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹11,489
- Lowest Price Today₹11,489
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,489
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityMasur Dal (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Masur Dal is about 6.6% above the period average — just 21.6% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Masur Dal rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Meerut APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Meerut APMC Leader | ₹11,489 |
| 2 Kalipur(Arambagh Krishak Bazar)APMC APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 3 Pandua APMC | ₹10,900 |
| 4 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 5 Habra APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 6 Kolaghat APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 7 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 8 Bareilly APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 9 Bankura Sadar APMC | ₹10,550 |
| 10 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹10,130 |
| 11 Durgapur APMC | ₹9,765 |
| 12 Asansol APMC | ₹9,765 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
That ₹1,724 (17.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Masur Dal fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Masur Dal prices at Meerut APMC ranged between ₹7,890 and ₹14,658, with the average around ₹10,782. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹11,489 | ₹11,489 | ₹11,489 |
| 17 Sep | ₹12,346 | ₹12,346 | ₹12,346 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,890 | ₹7,890 | ₹7,890 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,881 | ₹9,881 | ₹9,881 |
| 17 Jul | ₹9,015 | ₹9,015 | ₹9,015 |
| 29 Jun | ₹14,658 | ₹14,658 | ₹14,658 |
| 16 Jun | ₹10,195 | ₹10,195 | ₹10,195 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
Selling Masur Dal well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In short, Masur Dal found its strongest bid at Meerut APMC on 18 Oct 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.